Changing the engine oil and oil filter
WARNING:Do not handle a hot oil filter with bare hands.
WARNING:Continuous contact with used motor oil has caused
cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with
soap and water.
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ that
calculates the proper oil change service interval. When the information
display indicates:OIL CHANGE REQUIRED, change the engine oil and
oil filter. See theInformation Displayschapter in theOwner Manual
for more information.
Refer toMotorcraft part numberstheCapacities and Specifications
chapter for the engine oil filter part number. This filter protects your
engine by filtering harmful, abrasive or sludge particles and particles
significantly smaller than most available “will-fit” filters.
To change the engine oil and oil filter:
1. Unscrew the oil filter and oil pan drain plug and wait for the oil to drain.
Note:The oil pan drain plug only requires 1/4 turn to removal/install. A
3/8 inch socket drive may be used to assist with removal/installation, but be
careful not to over-tighten the plug during installation.
2. Replace the filter.
3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
4. Refill the engine with new oil. For the proper capacity, seeCapacities
and Specificationschapter.
5. Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™. See theInformation Displays
chapter in theOwner Manualfor more information.
Engine lubrication for severe service operation
The following conditions define severe operation for which engine
operation with SAE 5W-40 API CJ-4 is recommended. Oil and oil filter
change intervals will be determined by the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™
as noted previously.
•
frequent or extended idling (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving)
•low-speed operation/stationary use
•if vehicle is operated in sustained ambient temperatures below -10°F
(-23°C) or above 100°F (38°C)
Maintenance
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Protecting Your Investment
Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of
improved reliability, durability and resale value. To maintain the proper
performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, it is
imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated
intervals.
Your vehicle is equipped with the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® (IOLM)
system which displays a message in the information display at the proper
oil change service interval; this interval may be up to one year or
10000 miles (16000 kilometers). When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED appears in the information display, it is time
for an oil change; the oil change must be done within two weeks or
500 miles (800 kilometers) of the ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL
CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing. The Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor® must be reset after each oil change; see theInformation
Displayschapter of yourOwner’s Manual.
If your information display is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative,
you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5000 miles
(8000 kilometers) from your last oil change. Never exceed one year or
10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between oil change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple, complex,
performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using
different specifications and performance features. That is why it is
important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for
various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most
appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your
vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against
maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance
information.
Ford strongly recommends the use of only genuine Ford, Motorcraft® or
Ford-authorized remanufactured replacement parts because they are
engineered for your vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
Ford Motor Company recommended additives and chemicals are listed in
the owner manual and in the Ford Workshop Manual. Additional
chemicals or additives not approved by Ford Motor Company are not
recommended as part of normal maintenance. Please consult your
warranty information.
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance1
At every oil change
interval as indicated
by the information
displayChange engine oil and filter.2
Refill diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate tires3, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect air filter restriction gauge. Replace filter if
necessary.
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine and secondary coolant level and
hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped
with grease fittings (4WD vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
1Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between
service intervals.
2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® after each engine oil and filter
change. See theInformation Displaychapter of yourOwner’s Manual.
3Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Additional Maintenance Items1
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km)Inspect engine and secondary cooling system
concentration (freeze-point protection), additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength, coolant level and
hoses.
2
Every 22500 miles
(36000 km)Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters.3
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin one of the conditions listed
below, you will need to have some items serviced more frequently. If you
onlyoccasionallyoperate your vehicle under any of these conditions,
you don’t need to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.
Perform the services noted in the following tables at the specified
time/mileage (kilometer) period either within 3000 miles
(4800 kilometers) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in
the information display or when the time/mileage (kilometer) reading
indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
19751 miles (31786 kilometers). Perform the 22500 mile
(36000 kilometer) fuel filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22500 miles (36000 kilometers). Perform the fuel
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor® was reset at
15000 miles [24000 kilometers].)
Note:Vehicles operating under these severe service conditions need to
have their maintenance requirements adjusted. This needs to be
considered when determining vehicle service intervals.
Frequent/Extended Idling (Over 10 Minutes Per Hour of Normal
Driving) or Frequent Low-speed Operation if Vehicle is Used for
Stationary Operation
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
the information display and perform services
listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km), six
months, 600 engine
hours or as indicated
by the information
displayReplace engine- and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
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